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Question : Directions: A girl is standing facing towards the east. She turns 45 degrees in the anticlockwise direction and then turns 180 degrees in the clockwise direction. Which direction is she facing now?

Option 1: West 

Option 2: South

Option 3: North

Option 4: South-West

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Correct Answer: South-West


Solution : As per the given information, the direction of the girl will look as follows –

Therefore, the girl is facing towards the South-west direction. Hence, the fourth option is correct.

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Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The solar system is made up of the sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets that 1.______ around it. Its mysteries and wonders have captured the imagination of people from all walks of life, and it continues to be an area of active research and exploration. The sun is at the centre of the solar system and is the largest object in it. The eight planets in the solar system, 2._________ Earth, orbit around the sun in nearly circular paths. While the sun is at the centre of the solar system and dominates its gravitational pull, each planet has its own unique set of characteristics that makes it a fascinating object to study. Each planet in the solar system has unique characteristics and features. 3._________ planets, such as Mercury and Venus, are small and rocky, while others, like Jupiter and Saturn, are much larger and made up mostly of gas. The outer planets, Uranus and Neptune, are 4._______ as 'ice giants' because they contain more water, ammonia, and methane than the gas giants. In addition to the planets, the solar system also has numerous moons, asteroids, and comets. These objects provide important 5.______ about the formation and evolution of the solar system.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 5.

Option 1: sets

Option 2: derivations

Option 3: clues

Option 4: biases

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Correct Answer: clues


Solution : The most appropriate option is the third option.

Explanation:
Clues refer to hints, evidence, or information that helps in understanding or solving something. In the context of the passage, moons, asteroids, and comets provide crucial information or hints about the formation and evolution of the solar system. They offer valuable insights that aid in understanding how the solar system came into existence and how it has changed over time.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Sets refer to a group of related objects or things.
  • Derivations refer to the process of obtaining something from a source or origin.
  • Biases refer to prejudices or inclinations that affect judgement or decision-making based on partiality or preference.
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Question : Which country won the Men's Asia Cup 2022 for cricket?

Option 1: Sri Lanka

Option 2: Bangladesh

Option 3: India

Option 4: Pakistan

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Correct Answer: Sri Lanka


Solution : The correct option is Sri Lanka.

Team Sri Lanka won the 2022 Asia Cup. It is a T20 international cricket tournament. This tournament was held in Dubai. In the finals, Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 23 runs. By this, Sri Lanka had become six times the winner of the Asia Cup.

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Question : A person borrowed Rs. 8000 on compound interest at the rate of 20% per annum. If the interest is compounded half-yearly, then what will be the amount to be paid after 1.5 years?

Option 1: Rs. 10,648

Option 2: Rs. 11,488

Option 3: Rs. 10,825

Option 4: Rs. 9,865

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Correct Answer: Rs. 10,648


Solution : Here, Principal = Rs. 8,000
Rate = 20%, but it compounded half-yearly. so, rate = $\frac{20}{2}$ = 10%
since interest is compounded half-yearly, time = 1.5 × 2 = 3
$\text{Total Amount}=\text{Principal}×(1+\frac{\text{Rate}}{100})^{\text{Time}}$
$⇒\text{Total Amount} = 8000 \left(1 + \frac{10}{100}\right)^{3} $
$⇒\text{Total Amount}=8000(\frac{11}{10})^3$
$⇒\text{Total Amount}=8000(\frac{1331}{1000})$
$\therefore \text{Total Amount}=10648 $
Hence, the correct answer is Rs. 10,648.

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Question : Who among the following received the best actor in a leading role (male) popular choice in the Filmfare Awards 2022?

Option 1: Vicky Kaushal

Option 2: Sidharth Malhotra

Option 3: Dhanush

Option 4: Ranveer Singh

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Correct Answer: Ranveer Singh


Solution : The correct option is Ranveer Singh.

Ranveer Singh received the Best Actor award. This film fare award is held at Jio Trade Centre, Mumbai. It is the 67th edition of the awards. Other winners-

  • Kriti Sanon: Best actress
  • Vishnuvardhan: Best Director
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Question : Who composed 'Shahnama'?

Option 1: Abdulla

Option 2: Alberuni

Option 3: Ferdowsi

Option 4: Utbi

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Correct Answer: Ferdowsi


Solution : The correct option is Ferdowsi.

The epic poem Shahnama was composed by the Persian poet Ferdowsi. He completed this monumental work in the early 11th century. The Shahnama is an epic of Persian literature that narrates the history, mythology, and legends of ancient Persia, from the creation of the world to the Islamic conquest of Iran.

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Question : The circumferences of the two circles are touching externally. The distance between their centres is 12 cm. The radius of one circle is 7 cm. Find the diameter (in cm) of the other circle.

Option 1: 12

Option 2: 10

Option 3: 8

Option 4: 5

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Correct Answer: 10


Solution : When two circles touch each other externally, the distance between their centres is equal to the sum of their radii.
⇒ Distance = 12 = 7 + Radius of other circle
⇒ Radius of other circle = 12 – 7 = 5 cm
So, the diameter of other circle = 2 × 5 = 10 cm
Hence, the correct answer is 10.

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Question : Yogita sold a plasma TV at a 20% gain to Shyamla, and Shyamla sold it to Deepa at a 10% profit. If Deepa had to pay Rs. 33,000 for the plasma TV, find the cost price of the plasma TV for Yogita.

Option 1: Rs. 30,000

Option 2: Rs. 25,000

Option 3: Rs. 35,000

Option 4: Rs. 40,000

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Correct Answer: Rs. 25,000


Solution : Let the cost price of the plasma TV for Yogita be Rs. $x$.
According to the question,
$x×\frac{120}{100}×\frac{110}{100}=33000$
⇒ $x=33000×\frac{100}{120}×\frac{100}{110}$
⇒ $x =25000$
Hence, the correct answer is Rs. 25,000.

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Question : Simplify the given expression $\frac{(x^3-y^3)(x+y)}{x^2+x y+y^2}$.

Option 1: $x - y$

Option 2: $x^2-y^2$

Option 3: $x + y$

Option 4: $x^2+y^2$

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Correct Answer: $x^2-y^2$


Solution : $\frac{(x^3-y^3)(x+y)}{x^2+x y+y^2}$
= $\frac{(x-y)(x^2+x y+y^2)(x+y)}{x^2+x y+y^2}$
= $(x-y)(x+y)$
= $x^2-y^2$
Hence, the correct answer is $x^2-y^2$.

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Question : How many silver medals did India win in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games?

Option 1: 4

Option 2: 2

Option 3: 1

Option 4: 3

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Correct Answer: 2


Solution : The correct option is 2.

India's medal tally at the Tokyo Olympics included an impressive collection of 1 gold, 2 silver, and 4 bronze medals. A significant highlight was India's remarkable comeback against Germany, securing a 5-4 victory and clinching the bronze medal. This achievement marked India's third Olympic bronze medal, with prior wins in the 1968 and 1972 Games contributing to their overall count of 12 Olympic medals.

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